Obituary for Ewell Jackson “Smiling Jack” Akers
Ewell Jackson “Smiling Jack” Akers, age 93 of Dublin passed away Wednesday morning January 13, 2021 at his home. Born October 4, 1927 in West Virginia he was the son of the late Arthur “Swifty” Akers and Lourie Semones Akers. His wife of 70 years, Violet Madeline Akers (2018), three sisters and nine brothers also preceded him in death. Jack was owner/operator of Akers Garage since 1965 and a veteran of the United States Army during WW II.
He is survived by his
Sons – Roger (Mary) Akers – Dublin
Michael “Wimpy” (Charlene) Akers – Dublin
Grandchildren – Tessa (Justin) Atkins – Dublin, Ryan (Tamara) Akers – Dublin
Great Grandson
Jackson Akers – Dublin
Several nieces, nephews and special friends
Special Little Friends – Maddie, Sadie, Bayley
Funeral services will be held 11:00 AM – Monday, January 18, 2021 at the Bower Funeral Home-Chapel, Pulaski with Pastor Randall Lawrence and Pastor Larry Meadors officiating. Entombment will follow at the Highland Memory Gardens-Mausoleum, Dublin.
The family will receive friends between 2:00-4:00 PM Sunday afternoon January 17, 2021 at the Bower Funeral Home, Pulaski.
To sign Jack’s online guestbook, please visit www.bowerfuneralhome.com
Bower Funeral Homes, Pulaski is handling the arrangements for the family.
January 15, 2021 @ 12:02 pm
So sorry Roger and family for your loss. Prayers for the whole family.
January 16, 2021 @ 10:57 pm
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
January 17, 2021 @ 12:28 pm
Jack was such a fine man to help anyone. I had wonderful dealings with Jack during my many years in business in Pulaski County. RIP my friend. Condolences to Roger, “Wimpy” and your families.
January 17, 2021 @ 7:10 pm
“A good name is more to be desired than great riches.” Jack had a good name. He was a pillar in this community and will be greatly missed. I always enjoyed time spent with him and he always treated me with the greatest respect. Far as I know, everyone that knew him loved old Smilin’ Jack. I sure did.
Sincerely,
Padre
January 18, 2021 @ 9:40 pm
One of my best friends, he always treated me like family. He treated everyone that he cared about like family. But u did not want him against u, he could be hard to deal with if u crossed him. Great man, helped a lot of people. Loved his family and I will miss his warm smiling face. God bless him and the family❤️